International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance· 2019Q1
Internal and External Training Load: 15 Years On
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Short summary
This commentary refines the 2003 theoretical framework for training load, clarifying the definitions of internal (psychophysiological response) and external (measurable stress) load to improve athlete adaptation.
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Key points
- Refines the 2003 theoretical framework for training load.
- Clarifies 'internal load' as the psychophysiological response to exercise.
- Defines 'external load' as the measurable stress applied to the athlete.
- Aims to prevent misinterpretation and improve control of training stress.
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Abstract
Exercise is a stressor that induces various psychophysiological responses, which mediate cellular adaptations in many organ systems. To maximize this adaptive response, coaches and scientists need to control the stress applied to the athlete at the individual level. To achieve this, precise control and manipulation of the training load are required. In 2003, the authors introduced a theoretical framework to define and conceptualize the measurable constructs of the training process. They described training load as having 2 measurable components: internal and external load. The aim of this commentary is to extend, clarify, and refine both the theoretical framework and the definitions of internal and external training load to avoid misinterpretation of this concept.
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